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Creating Great Places To Work! Website Online Courses Assessments Shop Contact CEO & Founder Learn More Get a signed copy Fish on Fridays: A Memoir of Bad Breaks, Hard Lessons and Unexpected Strength Today, I get to say something I've been waiting a long time to say: Fish on Fridays is officially published. This book isn't a business book. It isn't a cancer book. It's a memoir about a life—the people, places, decisions, mistakes, laughs, losses, lessons, setbacks, recoveries, and unexpected moments that shape who we become. There are military stories. Family stories. Leadership lessons. Stories about faith and perseverance. And yes, there are some stories that still make me laugh when I think about them. One early reader described the book as moving from “heartbreaking sadness to gut-busting humor.” That may be the best description I've heard. I've spent more than 30 years in management development, training, and consulting, but this book is much more personal. It's the story behind the experiences. Fish on Fridays is available today. 📖 https://amzn.to/4gyGCI3 Thank you to everyone who encouraged me, read early copies, shared the book, and helped me get to this day. --Greg Early Readers Are Saying “A powerful story of perseverance, camaraderie, and hope.” — Maria Lewytzkyj-Milligan “Our greatest challenges can become our greatest teachers.” — Roberta Morris “Greg has a remarkable talent for storytelling. His honest writing draws you in and keeps you turning the pages.” — Steve Mallin “A must-read for anyone facing life’s challenges. A powerful reminder of what it takes to persevere through hardship.” — Early Reader “A powerful, honest, and unforgettable memoir. From heartbreaking sadness to gut-busting humor. Funny, moving, and filled with lessons worth remembering, Fish on Fridays is a story you’ll enjoy reading—and find yourself thinking about long after you turn the final page.” –Terry Little "A must-read, especially for anyone who feels alone in life’s challenges. Greg shares meaningful life lessons for both seasoned and emerging leaders. His story is marked by grit and determination, offering a powerful reminder of what it takes to persevere through hardship." --Jim Solomon Heather Mattews Takes Over As President We are excited to announce that Heather Matthews has taken over as President of CYC. Heather has been an important part of our organization for years, speaking to clients, conducting DISC training classes, and working directly with clients to help them achieve better results. She brings extensive experience, energy, and a genuine commitment to helping people succeed. Heather lives in North Carolina with her teenage daughter and three cats, and her accomplishments extend well beyond CYC—she is currently ranked among the Top 20 sales professionals with TTI Success Insights International. We are thrilled to see Heather step into this new leadership role and have great confidence in what she will accomplish. Please join us in congratulating Heather, and feel free to reach out to her at Heather@chartcourse.com Beatitudes of Leadership James O’Toole, a leadership expert said, “Ninety-five percent of American managers today say the right thing. Five percent actually do it.” Today’s complex and changing business environment requires a special style of leadership. Like yesterday’s newspaper, traditional leadership styles are outdated…no longer effective. Everyone today, no matter what job they hold, must improve their leadership skills. Whether you are a meeting planner, an association executive or the CEO of a large corporation, leadership is the key ingredient to organizational success. The most critical ingredient needed in all organizations today is action-oriented leadership based on a whole new set of attitudes. Uniquely equipped for this task is the innovative leader who possesses the Beatitudes of Leadership. Be Bold and Challenge Status Quo Conformity and status quo are the first steps down the staircase of business ineffectiveness. People become comfortable doing the same things the same way, copying everyone else. The innovative leader is always looking for ways to improve what is being done, never satisfied with just being good. In today’s chaotic business environment, good is no longer good enough. Be a Risk Taker The innovative leader understands progress depends on change and change is risky. The leader creates an environment allowing people freedom to experiment and take risks without fear of reprisal. The innovative leader provides support and encouragement to his or her people even if a person fails in trying to do something new. Be Authentic and Approachable Creating an open and supportive environment is important if you want your people to become innovative. One way to make yourself approachable is to talk openly about your own mistakes and your limitations. Once viewed as taboo and poor leadership, but now is more acceptable and no longer thought of as a sign of weakness. In fact, many people find it a sign of strength and authenticity, a way to gain respect and trust from your people. After all, who doesn’t make mistakes-it’s only human. Continued... 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